Intermarché Expands with 81 Colruyt Supermarkets in French Retail Landscape
Parijs, dinsdag, 17 juni 2025.
The Franco-Belgian retail market is experiencing a significant shift as Groupement Mousquetaires acquires 81 Colruyt supermarkets for €215 million. This strategic purchase encompasses not only 81 supermarkets but also 44 petrol stations in eastern France. Approximately 1,300 Colruyt employees will transition to Intermarché. The acquisition aligns with Colruyt’s strategy to divest its non-profitable French operations, which incurred a €20 million loss in the 2024-2025 financial year. For Intermarché, this transaction offers a unique opportunity to substantially strengthen its market position in France and achieve economies of scale.
Acquisition Details
Groupement Mousquetaires has reached an agreement on Tuesday to acquire 81 Colruyt supermarkets in France for €215 million [1][2]. The transaction also includes 44 petrol stations, primarily located in the eastern and central parts of France [3]. Approximately 1,300 Colruyt employees will be transferred to the new owner [4].
Financial Background
The acquisition comes at a time when Colruyt is struggling with its French operations. In the 2024-2025 financial year, the French branches suffered a loss of €20 million [5]. Despite well-performing stores, Colruyt failed to achieve sufficient scale to operate cost-effectively [5].
Strategic Implications
Following the acquisition, Colruyt will retain its headquarters in Rochefort-sur-Nenon, 23 supermarkets, 1 petrol station, and 3 warehouses in France [5]. The company has already received interest in approximately 15 additional stores [5].